The slave ship James left the African coast carrying enslaved Africans toward Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. About 248 people had been taken aboard.

Vessel: James; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 203. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Dickson, William; Captain: Hodson, John. The voyage began at Liverpool on 12 August 1791. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Bonny (Bight of Biafra and Gulf of Guinea islands). Principal recorded disembarkation place: St Vincent, port unspecified. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 13.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.